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Acarboz 25mg Tablet

Contains:Acarbose (25mg) ↗
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Packaging:10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Acarboz 25mg Tablet – Acarbose (25mg) 25 mg by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Quick Facts

Chemical ClassAminocyclitol glycosides
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI DIABETIC
Action ClassAlpha-glucosidase inhibitors

About Acarboz 25mg Tablet

Acarboz 25mg Tablet is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps lower blood sugar levels after meals. It belongs to a group of medicines known as alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. This medicine is usually prescribed in combination with other diabetes medications.Acarboz 25mg Tablet should be taken just before or along with the first few bites of the meal. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your blood sugar levels. It may be increased gradually. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness.This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.The most common side effects of this medicine are gastrointestinal discomfort and flatulence. Consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away. Acarboz 25mg Tablet by itself does not cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). However, when used in combination with other diabetes medicines (especially insulin or sulphonylureas), it can lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Such episodes of hypoglycemia should be treated by taking plain glucose. Table sugar or common sugar will not help correct low blood sugar levels if you are taking this medicine.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Do not take this medicine if you have ulceration or inflammation in the bowel (eg. ulcerative colitis or Crohns disease). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Please tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).

How It Works

Acarboz 25mg Tablet is used to treat people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps lower blood sugar levels after meals. It belongs to a group of medicines known as alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. This medicine is usually prescribed in combination with other diabetes medications.Acarboz 25mg Tablet should be taken just before or along with the first few bites of the meal. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your blood sugar levels. It may be increased gradually. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness.This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.The most common side effects of this medicine are gastrointestinal discomfort and flatulence. Consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away. Acarboz 25mg Tablet by itself does not cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). However, when used in combination with other diabetes medicines (especially insulin or sulphonylureas), it can lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Such episodes of hypoglycemia should be treated by taking plain glucose. Table sugar or common sugar will not help correct low blood sugar levels if you are taking this medicine.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Do not take this medicine if you have ulceration or inflammation in the bowel (eg. ulcerative colitis or Crohns disease). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Please tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).

How to Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acarboz 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Acarboz 25mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Storage

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Composition of Acarboz 25mg Tablet

Acarbose (25mg)

Uses of Acarboz 25mg Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Key Benefits of Acarboz 25mg Tablet

  • In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Acarboz 25mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels when given in combination with other anti-diabetics. It works by slowing down the digestion and absorption of glucose (carbohydrates) from your digestive tract, thereby decreasing the rise in blood glucose levels immediately after meals. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes and reduces the risk of getting serious complications of diabetes such as kidney or eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs. This medicine will also reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Side Effects of Acarboz 25mg Tablet

  • Gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Flatulence

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Acarboz 25mg Tablet

Alcohol
CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Acarboz 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acarboz 25mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acarboz 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Acarboz 25mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney
CAUTION

Acarboz 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acarboz 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Acarboz 25mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver
CAUTION

Acarboz 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acarboz 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Acarboz 25mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Acarboz 25mg Tablet does not cause hypoglycemia by itself though it has a glucose-lowering effect. However, a fall of blood sugar levels in the hypoglycemic range may occur when given along with other antidiabetic medicines or insulin. If this occurs, consult your doctor who may modify your dose accordingly.

Acarboz 25mg Tablet blocks the digestion of carbohydrates which causes the accumulation of undigested carbohydrates in the colon. Bacterial fermentation of the accumulated carbohydrates causes intestinal gas, leading to flatulence and abdominal pain.

Yes, diarrhea is a common side effect of Acarboz 25mg Tablet. However, this does not affect everybody. Any food containing carbohydrates, such as household sugar (cane sugar) can cause diarrhea and severe abdominal pain. If diarrhea persists or becomes severe, then contact your doctor immediately.

Acarboz 25mg Tablet should be taken with your meals and should be swallowed whole with water or chewed with the first mouthful of food. The initial dose of Acarboz 25mg Tablet is generally twice daily. The dose is then gradually increased to thrice daily.

If you forget to take a dose of Acarboz 25mg Tablet, do not take the missed dose between meals. Wait for the scheduled dose and meal and continue taking your tablets as prescribed. Do not take the dose twice to make up for your forgotten tablets.

If you take more than the recommended dose of Acarboz 25mg Tablet then it may cause temporary increase in flatulence (accumulation of gas), diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. It is advised to avoid meals or drinks containing carbohydrates for the next 4-6 hours.

Acarboz 25mg Tablet should be avoided by patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, or have inflammation or ulceration of intestine (eg Crohn’s disease). The use of Acarboz 25mg Tablet should also be restricted in patients who have an intestinal obstruction (cramping pain, vomiting, obstipation, and lack of flatus). In addition, patients who have a large hernia or an intestinal disease where food is not digested or absorbed properly should avoid Acarboz 25mg Tablet. Along with that, Acarboz 25mg Tablet should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you take more than the recommended dose of Acarboz 25mg Tablet then it may cause temporary increase in flatulence (accumulation of gas), diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. It is advised to avoid meals or drinks containing carbohydrates for the next 4-6 hours.

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